English Language Arts and Literacy | Grade : 11-12
Strand - Writing
Cluster - Production and Distribution of Writing
[W.11-12.4] - Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in Writing Standards 1-3.)
- Audience
Broadly, the intended readers, listeners, or viewers of a text in any medium or format; in theatre, attendees at the performance of a drama, reading, or speech. - Grade 12 Annotated Poem
- Grade 12 Unmarked Poem
- Purpose
See Text Types and Purposes. - Style
Author’s or speaker’s unique way of communicating ideas—not only what is said but also how it is said. Literary elements contributing to style include diction, syntax, tone, figurative language, and dialogue.
[W.11-12.1] -
Write arguments (e.g., essays, letters to the editor, advocacy speeches) to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
[W.11-12.2] -
Write informative/explanatory texts (e.g., essays, oral reports, biographical feature articles) to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
[W.11-12.3] -
Write narratives to develop experiences or events using effective literary techniques, well-chosen details, and well-structured sequences.